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With the modular kitchen cabinets now available for purchase from many sources, "Do-It-Yourself" installation is easier than ever. This can be a big job, and to do it and get it right, you may want to get help from a friend.

How to Install a Light Fixture

Install a light fixture and switch (es) to control it. Select the location of the fixture for the area that requires (additional) illumination. Typically, this would be a wall, ceiling or pole mount.

How to Wire a Simple 120v Electrical Circuit

Hiring an electrician is often the best way to go when 120 volt circuits are concerned. But if you are up to it, you might be able to save a lot of money by doing some electrical work yourself. This article covers a simple 15 amp circuit involving one 120 volt outlet.

How to Install a Basement Sump

In older homes that were built without adequate basement waterproofing systems, a sump and pump is a relatively easy way to reduce or even eliminate wet basement problems.

How to Install a Smoke Detector or Carbon Monoxide Detector

It's an overused saying - better safe than sorry. Most fire deaths occur in homes lacking smoke detectors.To protect your loved ones, it is imperative that you install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in your home. This article tells you how.

How to Install an In wall Air Conditioner

Install an air conditioner through the wall where windows are too small, the wrong type or where the loss of natural light due to a window install is undesirable.

How to Install Drywall

Installing drywall, which is also known as Sheetrock, is an important part of building a house (or anything, for that matter).

How to Install Baseboard Trim

Baseboard trim covers the joints between the walls and the floor and adds an essential finishing touch to a room. You can choose from many styles of baseboard and shoe moldings to get the look you want, from understated to elaborately detailed.

How to Install an Under Counter Water Filter System

This guide is based on the installation of a Pozzani IX250 Water Filter system; however, the general installation method should be applicable for all under-counter water filter systems.

How to Install a Pet Door or Dog Door

There are many pet door and dog door products that allow your dog or cat to go in and out of your house without you having to open the door all the time. This article focuses on the installation of a dog door or pet door in your screen door.

How to Install a Chair Rail

Installing a chair rail is a project that you can do yourself with a few simple tools. The original purpose of a chair rail was to guard the wall against damage the backs of errant chairs, but a chair rail can also lend definition and elegance to a space.

How to Install a Mail Slot

Special delivery: the finished mail slot, complete with mail.Are you tired of the long walk to the mailbox? Install an old-fashioned mail slot (sometimes simply called a letterbox) in your front door and you won't even have to get dressed to get the mail. It's cheap and easy to do.